Oh my, this soup is everything. I can’t think of a more comforting combo for a cold winter’s day than bean and vegan sausage and such a wonderful mix of flavors like fennel and sundried tomatoes, a slight nod to my Italian heritage. This comes from the kitchen of Compassionate Cuisine, the culinary program from Catskill Animal Sanctuary.

Preparing the soup on a cutting board my husband gave me as a gift.

"If we can live happy and healthy lives without harming others, why wouldn't we?"